Electrolux dishwasher error code

i20

Dishwasher not draining

The dishwasher could not remove water from the tub within the expected time.

Also shown on some Electrolux models as: C2 F2 AL6

Try these free fixes first

Unplug the dishwasher before opening any panel.

  1. Switch off the dishwasher, remove the filters in the bottom of the tub and rinse them under the tap.
  2. Check the drain hose for kinks or blockages and that it is looped up high enough.
  3. If newly installed on a waste disposer, make sure the knockout plug in the disposer inlet was removed.
  4. Make sure the sink drain or trap the dishwasher connects to is not blocked.
  5. Cancel the cycle or cut power for a few minutes to reset, then try again.

Still showing i20?

If filters and hoses are clear and water still stays in the tub, a technician should check the drain pump.

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Questions people ask

What does i20 mean on a Electrolux dishwasher?

i20 on a Electrolux dishwasher means: dishwasher not draining. The dishwasher could not remove water from the tub within the expected time.

How do I fix Electrolux dishwasher error i20?

Switch off the dishwasher, remove the filters in the bottom of the tub and rinse them under the tap. Check the drain hose for kinks or blockages and that it is looped up high enough. If newly installed on a waste disposer, make sure the knockout plug in the disposer inlet was removed. Make sure the sink drain or trap the dishwasher connects to is not blocked. Cancel the cycle or cut power for a few minutes to reset, then try again.

When should I call a repair technician?

If filters and hoses are clear and water still stays in the tub, a technician should check the drain pump.

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Source: Electrolux official support · Reviewed 2026-10-01